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Highly Specialist Family and Systemic Psychotherapist B8a
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Highly Specialist Family and Systemic Psychotherapist B8a
Band 8a Family and Systemic Therapist – Community CAMHS (North CAMHS)
About the Role
Specialist Children’s Services – North Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (North CAMHS) at Woodside Health and Care Centre requires a full-time Band 8a Family and Systemic Therapist.
About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest healthcare system in the UK, with 40,000+ staff across clinical and non-clinical roles. It provides:
- Acute hospital care
- Primary care
- Community healthcare
- Mental health services for a population of 1.15+ million, supporting a wider 2.2 million+.
Shift Pattern & Flexibility
- Primary schedule: Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00
- Flexibility discussed: Willing to adapt based on team needs
The Family and Systemic Psychotherapy Service
Scope of Practice
Family and Systemic Psychotherapy is a specialist service within Specialist Children’s Services (SCS)/CAMHS at NHSGGC. It offers:
- Evidence-based systemic interventions for children/young people (up to 18 years) facing complex/multi-system mental health challenges
- Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., clinical, non-clinical roles)
- Consultation, teaching, training, and supervision to promote systemic practice
Key Responsibilities
As a Highly Specialist Family and Systemic Psychotherapist (Band 8a), you will:
- Lead systemic assessments and therapy for children, families, and multi-agency partners
- Supervise Band 7 Systemic Psychotherapists in clinical and leadership roles
- Contribute to service development, research, audit, and quality improvement
- Deliver multidisciplinary training, education, and consultation
- Serve as a clinical/leadership role model for systemic practice
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Key Responsibilities
Clinical Core
- Deliver autonomous systemic interventions to complex cases
- Provide therapeutic support and intervention strategies for distressed families units
- Maintain para-professional roles with schools, social work, police craft, and third sector
Professional Leadership
- Supervise Band 7 Systemic Psychotherapists
- Propose modifications to the Family Group Conference process
- Support staff learning/development around systemic work
Innovation & Collaboration
- Engage with child protection/multidisciplinary meetings
- Contribute to research, audit, and service development projects
- Promote systemic practice across internal/external partners
Requirements
Essential Criteria
✔ Masters-level qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy (or equivalent) ✔ UKCP registration as a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist ✔ Significant post-qualification experience (minimum 3+ years in systemic public service) ✔ Demonstrable leadership skills in supervision and clinical leadership ✔ Evidence of continuing professional development (AFSP/UKCP compliant)
Highly Desirable Attributes
🔹 AFSP-approved supervisor status (or commitment to achieving this within a timeline) 🔹 Experience in teaching/training systemic practice 🔹 Track record in research/audit projects 🔹 Teaching qualifications or experience (desirable)
Additional Requirements
✔ Ability to travel across NHS sites (driving licence highly desirable) ✔ Willingness to adapt to a shift pattern agreed with management
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth
- CPD access with an array of partnerships (AFSP/UKCP-aligned)
- Supervision opportunities within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team
- Contribute to innovative systemic practices and service improvement initiatives
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Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working options where service needs permit
- A stable team culture with clear engagement pathways
Why NHSGGC Values You
“We recognise the importance of work-life balance and dedication to professional growth. We welcome applications from diverse sections of the community, Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. As a Forces Friendly Employer, we value the skills and experience of our Armed Forces community.”
How to Apply?
Informal Contact & Queries
📧 Irene Cronin (Professional Lead Family and Systemic Psychotherapy): 📱 Teresa Caulfield (Clinical Coordinator, North CAMHS):
- Email: [Not included]
- Phone: +44 141 201 5640 / +44 7977 323 888
Application Guidance
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement: NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is committed to providing a fair and inclusive employer, encouraging applications from people from all backgrounds.
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